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Recall 08V-064

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC recalled the 2008 Audi TT: Structure (body, roof and pillars).

At a glance

Campaign number
08V-064
Reported
February 7, 2008
Vehicles affected
720 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen is recalling 720 my 2008 audi tt coupe vehicles. These vehicles were produced with c-pillar trim cover clips that do not provide adequate retention. In the event of a deployment of the rear pyrotechnic safety belt, the c-pillar trim cover may become detached from the sheet metal due to low retention force of the trim clip.

The risk

The detached trim cover could pose a risk of personal injury for vehicle front seat occupants.

The fix

Dealers will install an improved clip on the affected vehicles. The recall began on march 7, 2008. Owners may contact vw/audi at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Vw/audi recall no. 70d1/jx.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed], (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles